Chain mail tri-mesh improved

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Added OpenSCAD File This improved version of my tri-mesh design "www.thingiverse.com/thing:1874263" boasts smoother surfaces, resulting in a more slippery feel under tension and increased strength. It also scales up better without appearing jagged. The original model was created in OpenSCAD at high resolution, but the file size is very large. To address this issue, it was run through the decimation routine in Blender, reducing the size by 16x without compromising much resolution. Both versions are included. The 4-ring design can be patterned in x and y to create any square mesh that fits on your bed. The x spacing measures 31.05mm, while the y spacing is 17.93mm. I have successfully used both FreeCAD and TinkerCAD for patterning, and you may also be able to accomplish this with your slicer. The included 5x9 pattern will fit on a 200mmX200mm bed. I have achieved good results using PLA and PETG materials with a bed covered in blue tape and coated with diluted white glue. Keep an eye on the first few layers to ensure proper adhesion, as the large 5x9 mesh features 540 pads on the first layer that must all stick together. Unfortunately, I have not been able to get ABS to adhere successfully. To create even larger patterns, simply snip the edge rings in a non-obvious location and snap them over the mating rings. The "bracelet" shown was made by joining two 3x5 patterns together. One of many uses for this design is to wear one on your head, which can induce calming and centering as demonstrated in the picture.